The best of both worlds between the rainforests and the sea – however you describe the Far North Coast, it would be difficult to find a better location for a holiday than

Pines on the Plateau
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With the area’s abundance of waterways, aqua activities reign supreme. The coastline of the region stretches from Tweed Heads in the far north, Kingscliff, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Lennox Head (Lake Ainsworth with its Tea Tree Lake), Ballina (Shaws Bay) to Evans Head. You will find meandering rivers, lakes and mountain streams plus beautiful waterfalls if it’s inland waters that you prefer.

The area is well known for its physical beauty and covers spectacular World Heritage Parks including the Nightcap, Mount Warning (the tip of which can be seen from Pines on the Plateau), Border Ranges and Richmond Range National Parks.

Many quaint villages with alfresco cafes, galleries, antique and bric-a-brac shops as well as historic pubs are within a short drive from Pines on the Plateau. These Villages include Alstonville, Bangalow, Bexhill, Broadwater, Clunes, Dunoon, Eltham, Federal, Mullumbimby, Newrybar, Rosebank, Tintenbar, The Channon, Wardell, and of course Nimbin, known for its alternative lifestyle and its natural beauty.

Lismore, the heart of the Rainbow Region and home of Southern Cross University, is the regional centre of the north coast. Regional offices of some major government departments including health, education, social services, people, justice and employment are located here. It is a sporting city and one that is cultural, with high quality arts and craft centres in the city and the surrounding villages.

Every weekend there is a colourful market held somewhere within the region. These markets display a large range of locally hand-made or home-grown goods (many are grown organically), second-hand items, clothing, plants, painting, jewellery, crystals, massage oils, etc.

If hunger pangs set in, cafes and restaurants are in plentiful supply and can offer food from all parts of the world. The well known and award winning Bellowing Bull Restaurant is just a 3 minute drive from Pines on the Plateau. Take-away cafes and the Pioneer Tavern’s Bistro are close by. Maybe you might like to purchase some local seafood to bring back to your lodge and create your own alfresco scene!

If you are planning a wedding, why not relax by leaving the co-ordination of your special event to local experts, Wedding Escapes who attend to the fine detail while you enjoy all the beauty that the Far North Coast of New South Wales has to offer.